painter

Government of Canada - Western; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a role that emphasizes craftsmanship and attention to detail. As a painter, you will prepare surfaces, mix paints, and apply finishes to create beautiful spaces. Your expertise will help clients choose the perfect colors and materials, ensuring satisfaction with every project. This position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. If you are a reliable team player who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in your craftsmanship, this opportunity with a respected government organization is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in painting and wall finishing.
• High school graduation certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sand surfaces for painting and apply finishes.
• Advise clients on color choices and wall coverings.

Skills

Surface preparation

Paint mixing

Wallpaper application

Scaffolding erection

Client advisory

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Vietnamese

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Odours

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare, clean and sand surfaces to be painted
• Repair cracks and holes
• Mix paint to desired colour and texture
• Measure, cut and apply wallpaper and other fabric to walls
• Advise consumers on colours and choice of wall coverings
• Erect scaffolding and swing stages and attach rigging
• Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces
• Estimate costs and materials

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Uniform

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Reliability